Technical Advisor-Clinical Research and Laboratory Sciences Job at FHI 360 - Career Opportunity in Uganda
Vacancy title:Technical Advisor-Clinical Research and Laboratory Sciences
Jobs at:
FHI 360
Deadline of this Job:
not later than 5th March 2018
Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda
Job details:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing-creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories. As we evolve to meet the challenges of the future, we stand committed to the principles that have guided our organization for the last 40+ years. Our work continues to be grounded in research and science, strengthened by partnerships and focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities and countries to succeed.
FHI 360 seeks to recruit the following positions for a Fleming Fund country grant for Uganda - Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance in Uganda. The Country Grant will address critical gaps in surveillance of antibiotic resistant bacteria in Uganda. This grant will support implementation of national plans for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance, and will focus on selected number of AMR surveillance sites. We will work closely with local entities that are already involved in AMR surveillance, AMR/AMU oversight and improvement activities, local and national Technical Working Groups and national and regional reference laboratories for human and animal health, participating AMR/AMU surveillance sites, and other government and national and international non-government stakeholders, and UN agencies as well as Mott MacDonald, The Fleming Fund Management Agent.
Post: Technical Advisor-Clinical Research and Laboratory Sciences
The Technical Advisor will utilize his/her technical capabilities in public health program management, infectious disease epidemiology and/or surveillance to help the project in plan, implement, monitor and evaluate AMR/AMU resistance surveillance, identify gaps in capacity for AMR, and to improve policies, strategies, plans and systems for infection prevention and control. The position is expected to develop collaboration relationships with other project staff, interact with internal and external clients and partners, and bring innovative ideas, methodologies and approaches to problems associated with AMR and infectious disease surveillance and response in the global setting.
Qualifications:
The suitable expert will be a senior public health professional with at least 10- 15 years’ experience in one or a combination of the following areas: laboratory diagnosis of AMR, AMR/ AMU, surveillance management of microbiology laboratory, external quality assurance of data, disease surveillance Within low and middle-income countries, health system strengthening in low and middle-income countries or public health. Experience working in a senior position of a major international development project is desirable. Experience working with government particularly Ministry of Health and international non- Governmental organizations, or bi- and multi-lateral agencies or UN agencies is a clear advantage.
In addition, the following knowledge and skills are required:
- Ability to communicate and coordinate with government, and national and international non-government stakeholders, and UN agencies.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in an IT environment.
- Strong coordination, communication, and interpersonal aptitudes
- Fluency in English
- Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the ethical issues surrounding research and surveillance
Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV/resume including salary requirements to: The Human Resource Office, FHI 360, Plot 15 Kitante Close, P. O. Box 5768, Kampala, UGANDA or by email to: fhi360-uganda-info@fhi360.org not later than 5th March 2018. Please indicate the title of the position in the email subject line and on the envelope if you submit a hard copy.
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